New Infections Fall Dramatically In Spain

New Infections Fall Dramatically In Spain. The number of daily new coronavirus cases has fallen below 4000 as Spain loosens it’s lockdown restrictions.

New Infections Fall Dramatically In Spain

The number of confirmed new coronavirus cases in Spain has fallen to 3804 on the 12th April. This is the lowest figure recorded in 22 days. Spain registered 603 new deaths yesterday, a considerable decrease from the peak of 961 on the 3rd Aprl.

More than 169,000 Coronavirus Cases In Spain

Spain has registered 169,496 confirmed cases of the coronavirus. 17,489 people have died from the virus in Spain, whilst 64,727 have recovered. In Andalucia there are 10,187 cases of the coronavirus, 2217 of those are in the Malaga area.

The PM has confirmed another extension to the lockdown period.

The Lockdown In Spain

The Prime Minister announced details of the lockdownwhich mean people are only permitted to leave their homes in the following circumstances:

Travel for food or medical supplies

Travel to your workplace (if your work one of the businesses permitted to open)

Visiting health centres of hospitals

Assisting the elderly and vulnerable

Visiting financial institutions and banks

Personal emergencies

Lockdown Period

The lockdown will remain in place until the 26th April at the earliest. Police are likely to stop and question anyone who they believe may not be abiding by the rules. The government also has the right to draft in army support if civil unrest becomes an issue.

Coronavirus Mortality Rate

The mortality rate for coronavirus currently stands at around 3.4% globally (source: WHO). In direct comparison, the flu has a mortality rate of around 1% (source: WHO).

Experts maintain that there is no need for panic, and whilst infection can be unpleasant it is very unlikely to be fatal for anyone in good health.

Frequent hand washing is advised to help protect yourself from catching coronavirus.

Protect Yourself From Coronavirus

There are some simple steps you can take to minimise your risk of catching the coronavirus. The CDC has issued these guidelines:

Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after going to the bathroom; before eating; and after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing.

If soap and water are not readily available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol. Always wash hands with soap and water if hands are visibly dirty.

Avoid close contact with people who are sick.

Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth.

Stay home when you are sick.

Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.

Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces using a regular household cleaning spray or wipe.

It is not not recommended that people who are well wear a facemask to protect themselves from respiratory diseases, including COVID-19 (coronavirus).